Species
Cedronella canariensis
Etymology
Cedronella: From the Greek cedros 'cedar' as described by the naturalist Pliny the elder, perhaps alluding to strong aromatic smell.
canariensis: From the Canary Islands
Common Name(s)
balm of Gilead
Family
Lamiaceae
Flora Category
Vascular - Exotic
Structural Class
Dicotyledonous Herbs other than Composites
Flower Colours
Violet / Purple,White
Year Naturalised
1883
Origin
Canary Is, Madeira
This page last updated on 18 Jan 2010